Laurel's Shacky Chic Boutique supports women artisans

The Shacky Chic Boutique features items made by women who own their own businesses.

The Shacky Chic Boutique features items made by women who own their own businesses.

Shacky Chic Boutique, located in the lobby of the Venus Theatre Play Shack, 21 C St., offers items from small, women-run and green businesses. The boutique's mission is to empower women artisans with established businesses by giving them a physical place to sell their products.

Regular store hours are Thursdays from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shopping is also available by appointment. Contact the Shacky Chic Boutique manager, Michelle Arsenault, at 301-604-0808 to make arrangements.

Venus Theatre is also offering Shacky Chic Theatre Boutique Ten Packs, which include tickets for $5 per person for a group of 10 or more people. The group will receive a special treat at intermission. Contact Deborah Randall at 202-236-4078.